PLANET EARTH 5 hours ago Earth's changing spin may cause timekeepers to subtract a second from world clocks Earth's rotation is speeding up due to melting ice at the poles and shifts in the planet's core. This change might lead to the subtraction of a second from clocks.
World 6 hours ago Oxford, Cambridge rowing teams warned about polluted waters ahead of Boat Race: It's a 'national disgrace' Oxford's crew coach is taking aim at one company who is allegedly responsible for a recent spike in contamination levels within London's Thames River.
ENVIRONMENT 8 hours ago Jane Goodall to celebrate 90th birthday with talks on urgency of environmental action Dr. Jane Goodall, a renowned British primatologist and conservationist, is approaching her 90th birthday and plans to celebrate with a series of environmental talks.
US 10 hours ago Schools across US embrace rare teaching opportunity offered by 2024 solar eclipse Schools across the path of the April 8 total solar eclipse are leveraging the event as a rich teaching opportunity by incorporating hands-on activities and lessons.
LIFESTYLE 10 hours ago For solar eclipse safety, here's what drivers should not do on the road during the rare event A solar eclipse expert and roadway authorities are advising drivers to slow down during the atmospheric moment, while some schools are canceled altogether.
POLITICS 1 day ago Whale of a lawsuit threatens to swallow up Biden green energy agenda Three conservative groups are suing the Biden administration to stop what they claim would be the largest wind energy project in the world.
Energy 2 days ago Berkeley abandons landmark natural gas ban after court battle The City of Berkeley, California, has entered into a legal settlement with a restaurant industry group, agreeing to repeal its law banning natural gas in new construction.
Energy 2 days ago Multiple obstacles impede the UN's goal to triple renewable energy by 2030 Solar, wind and other renewable energy projects face big hurdles as governments across the globe plan to triple their renewable energy goals by 2030.
Florida 2 days ago Florida beachgoer wrangles shark caught on fishing rod: video A 7.5-foot-long shark was recently caught on a fishing rod at a Florida beach. Social media video shows the incident at Miramar Beach near Destin.
LIFESTYLE 2 days ago Solar eclipse 2024: Former NASA astronaut shares what it looks like from space, how to safely view it yourself The solar eclipse will occur in the U.S. on April 8, 2024. A former NASA astronaut is sharing his experience with seeing one in space, plus tips for safe viewing on land.